James Gunn has taken the helm of DC's cinematic future, bringing a fresh vision to the superhero franchise. His upcoming Superman project officially launches the DCU, a complete reboot that abandons the complex continuity of the DCEU. As Gunn charts new territory with a younger Clark Kent played by David Corenswet and a reimagined hero lineup, fans should revisit the DC superhero films that laid the groundwork for this moment.
DC Films to Revisit Before the New Superman Movie
These seven films showcase the evolution of DC's cinematic universe and provide crucial context for understanding the franchise's journey to this pivotal reboot.
Wonder Woman - JioHotstar
‘Wonder Woman’ stands as the fourth film in the DCEU and arguably its most acclaimed entry. Set against World War I's backdrop, the film tells Diana of Themyscira's origin story as an Amazon warrior who leaves her hidden island paradise to stop the war to end all wars.
The story blends myth, history, and heroism in a refreshing approach. Gal Gadot's portrayal brought new energy to the character, delivering both powerful action sequences and emotional depth that resonated with audiences worldwide.
Watchmen – Netflix
After the murder of a former masked vigilante known as The Comedian, the outlawed costumed heroes of the past begin to suspect a deeper conspiracy. As Rorschach investigates, the film unravels the dark secrets of the ‘Watchmen’, culminating in a shocking plan to force global peace at an unimaginable cost.
Watchmen presents a dark, complex, and visually striking adaptation of Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' groundbreaking 1986 graphic novel. Set in an alternate 1985 where superheroes exist and the US won the Vietnam War, the movie deconstructs the very idea of heroism, showing flawed vigilantes wrestling with personal demons and ethical dilemmas.
Batman Begins – Amazon Prime Video
‘Batman Begins’ launches Christopher Nolan's acclaimed ‘Dark Knight’ Trilogy and marks a landmark in superhero cinema. Moving away from the campiness of previous Batman movies, it presents a gritty, grounded origin story that redefines Bruce Wayne not just as a masked vigilante, but as a man shaped by fear, trauma, and purpose.
Though not part of the DCEU or James Gunn's new DCU, the movie remains one of the most influential superhero origin films ever created. Christian Bale's portrayal established a new standard for the character's psychological depth.
Zack Snyder's Justice League – JioHotstar
Following Superman's death in ‘Batman v Superman’, Bruce Wayne and Diana Prince gather a team of metahumans, Aquaman, Flash, and Cyborg, to protect Earth from the alien warlord Steppenwolf, who searches for powerful artefacts known as the Mother Boxes. The team must unite and resurrect Superman to stop a global catastrophe.
The film showcases the full scope of Snyder's vision for the DC universe, providing crucial context for understanding the franchise's trajectory.
Blue Beetle – Amazon Prime Video
‘Blue Beetle’ introduces a new Latino superhero to the DC universe, Jaime Reyes, a college graduate who becomes fused with an alien scarab that gives him advanced armour and extraordinary powers.
The film brings a fresh perspective to the superhero genre by focusing on family dynamics and cultural identity alongside traditional superhero elements.
Man of Steel – Amazon Prime Video
Directed by Zack Snyder, the movie launched the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). It reimagines Superman's origin with a darker, more introspective tone than previous versions. Henry Cavill stars as Clark Kent, a Kryptonian sent to Earth as a baby, raised by human parents in Kansas, and forced to reconcile his alien heritage with his desire to belong.
Aquaman – Amazon Prime Video
Aquaman delivers a visually spectacular underwater adventure that brings a fresh, mythic tone to the DCEU. It follows Arthur Curry, played by Jason Momoa, a half-human, half-Atlantean reluctant hero on a journey to embrace his destiny as the ruler of Atlantis and prevent a war between the surface world and the underwater kingdoms.
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